Tambuwal mourns Sokoto bandit attack victims, seeks enhanced security

Senator Aminu Tambuwal, a former Governor of Sokoto State, has voiced profound grief and condemnation following a brutal bandit attack on the Dangulbi community in Tureta Local Government Area. Describing the incident as a "tragic reminder" of the persistent security challenges in the state, Tambuwal stated that the continued targeting of innocent citizens is "painful, unacceptable and a direct assault on the peace and security of our communities."

The attack, which took place on Sunday, June 1, 2026, saw heavily armed bandits on motorcycles storm the community. They opened fire on residents, killing at least 17 people, including seven visitors who were in the area for Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The assailants also looted shops, forcing many residents to flee into the surrounding forests. A subsequent attack by gunmen in the early hours of Tuesday reportedly resulted in more casualties, though the exact number remains unconfirmed.

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I am deeply saddened and heartbroken by the unfortunate attacks on Dangulbi community. These repeated attacks on innocent citizens are painful, unacceptable and a direct assault on the peace and security of our communities.

Tambuwal extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for the recovery of the injured. He also expressed sympathy for those displaced by the violence. Concerned by the recurring nature of these attacks, the senator implored security agencies to enhance their efforts in restoring peace and bolstering protection along the Sokoto-Zamfara axis. He emphasized that the populace deserves to live and work without fear, calling for sustained, coordinated measures against banditry and other security threats.

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Our people deserve to live in safety and pursue their livelihoods without fear.